Bellow Hill

Hill, Mountain in Yorkshire South Lakeland

England

Bellow Hill

Swarthgill Service Station
Swarthgill Service Station Credit: Anthony Parkes

Bellow Hill, located in Yorkshire, England, is a prominent hill that forms part of the vast Yorkshire Dales National Park. Standing at an elevation of approximately 500 meters (1,600 feet), it offers breathtaking views and stunning natural landscapes that attract visitors from near and far.

The hill is characterized by its rolling green slopes, adorned with vibrant wildflowers during the summer months. Bellow Hill is known for its distinctive limestone formations, creating a unique and picturesque scenery. The hill is also home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, hares, and sheep, adding to its natural allure.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Bellow Hill offers ample opportunities for hiking, walking, and exploring. Numerous trails crisscross the area, catering to all levels of fitness and providing access to the hill's most scenic spots. The hill's summit rewards climbers with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including the charming Yorkshire villages nestled in the valleys below.

Bellow Hill is not only a natural gem but also holds historical significance. The hill has seen human occupation since ancient times, with evidence of settlements and burial mounds dating back to the Neolithic period. Today, remnants of these ancient structures can still be found, adding an element of intrigue and fascination for history enthusiasts.

Overall, Bellow Hill in Yorkshire is a captivating destination for nature lovers, adventure seekers, and history buffs alike. Its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and rich history make it a must-visit location within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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Bellow Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.31219/-2.4345964 or Grid Reference SD7190. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Swarthgill Service Station
Swarthgill Service Station
Walking path beside coniferous plantation The walkers are descending on a track over moorland into Garsdale following an ascent to Aye Gill Pike.
Walking path beside coniferous plantation
The walkers are descending on a track over moorland into Garsdale following an ascent to Aye Gill Pike.
Little Winterscales Ford This irish bridge ford on the River Clough is found at Little Winterscales.
Little Winterscales Ford
This irish bridge ford on the River Clough is found at Little Winterscales.
Gillfeet Gill Ford This ford is found on the road crossing Gillfeet Gill.
Gillfeet Gill Ford
This ford is found on the road crossing Gillfeet Gill.
Old milestone This West Riding CC milestone on the A684 is on a narrow verge at Bellow End on the south side of the road.   Although now leaning slightly backwards it is set to almost its full height with 20cm of backing stone set into the ground.   Going down Garsdale the previous milestone, Hawes 11/Sedbergh 5 is the only one lost from this route which was ceded to Cumbria in 1974.
It is Grade II listed 1384040.
Old milestone
This West Riding CC milestone on the A684 is on a narrow verge at Bellow End on the south side of the road. Although now leaning slightly backwards it is set to almost its full height with 20cm of backing stone set into the ground. Going down Garsdale the previous milestone, Hawes 11/Sedbergh 5 is the only one lost from this route which was ceded to Cumbria in 1974. It is Grade II listed 1384040.
Old milestone Of the 8 remaining West Riding CC milestones from Ribblehead viaduct to Sedbergh, on the A684, this is the only one with a foundry name.   WILLIAM TOWLER/GLOBE FOUNDRY/LEEDS.
Old milestone
Of the 8 remaining West Riding CC milestones from Ribblehead viaduct to Sedbergh, on the A684, this is the only one with a foundry name. WILLIAM TOWLER/GLOBE FOUNDRY/LEEDS.
Old milestone The Hawes 13 milestone on the A684 has its back to a drystone wall near Nether House on the south side of the road.   615 of these milestones were set up for the West Riding County Council in 1893/94 not long after the formation of County Councils.   Gill and Frank Stead, stonemasons, of Mirfield won the contract which stated that the work had to be done in 12 months or they would incur a penalty.   Considering the size of the West Riding that was a tremendous feat but they succeeded.   The WRCC didn't always have stones erected on old tollroads.   They wanted to promote new trade routes.   It is Grade II listed 1384039.
Old milestone
The Hawes 13 milestone on the A684 has its back to a drystone wall near Nether House on the south side of the road. 615 of these milestones were set up for the West Riding County Council in 1893/94 not long after the formation of County Councils. Gill and Frank Stead, stonemasons, of Mirfield won the contract which stated that the work had to be done in 12 months or they would incur a penalty. Considering the size of the West Riding that was a tremendous feat but they succeeded. The WRCC didn't always have stones erected on old tollroads. They wanted to promote new trade routes. It is Grade II listed 1384039.
The summit of Knoutberry Haw Fine views towards the Howgills.
The summit of Knoutberry Haw
Fine views towards the Howgills.
Stile with walls beyond The stile and other similar ones allow easy access along the ridge rising to Aye Gill Pike, the highest point along a ridge between Garsdale and Dentdale.
Stile with walls beyond
The stile and other similar ones allow easy access along the ridge rising to Aye Gill Pike, the highest point along a ridge between Garsdale and Dentdale.
Moorland of, or above Copplethwaite The moorland is along the ridge north-west of Aye Gill Pike.
Baugh Fell is the hill beyond.
Moorland of, or above Copplethwaite
The moorland is along the ridge north-west of Aye Gill Pike. Baugh Fell is the hill beyond.
Trig pillar on Knoutberry Haw
Trig pillar on Knoutberry Haw
Old Milestone by the A684 near Bellow End Metal plate attached to stone post by the A684, in parish of Garsdale (South Lakeland District), 20m West of Bellow Hill Turn, Thwaite Head Gill, on narrow verge, on South side of road. Sedburgh V iron casting, erected by the County Council in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
: SEDBERGH / 4 MILES : : SEDBERGH & HAWES / ROAD / GARSDALE : : HAWES / 12 MILES : 

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1384040 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1384040" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1384040">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Milestone Society National ID: YW_HWSB12
Old Milestone by the A684 near Bellow End
Metal plate attached to stone post by the A684, in parish of Garsdale (South Lakeland District), 20m West of Bellow Hill Turn, Thwaite Head Gill, on narrow verge, on South side of road. Sedburgh V iron casting, erected by the County Council in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : SEDBERGH / 4 MILES : : SEDBERGH & HAWES / ROAD / GARSDALE : : HAWES / 12 MILES : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1384040 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: YW_HWSB12
Old Milestone by the A684, Garsdale Milestone by the A684, in parish of Garsdale (Eden District), Ex. Yorkshire West Riding, near Nether House, back to drystone wall.

Inscription reads:-
: SEDBERGH / 3 MILES : : SEDBERGH & HAWES / ROAD / GARSDALE : : HAWES / 13 MILES :

Grade II listed.
List Entry Number: 1384039 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1384039" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1384039">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Milestone Society National ID: YW_HWSB13
Old Milestone by the A684, Garsdale
Milestone by the A684, in parish of Garsdale (Eden District), Ex. Yorkshire West Riding, near Nether House, back to drystone wall. Inscription reads:- : SEDBERGH / 3 MILES : : SEDBERGH & HAWES / ROAD / GARSDALE : : HAWES / 13 MILES : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1384039 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: YW_HWSB13
Swarthgill House
Swarthgill House
Knoutberry Haw Looking east towards Tarn Rigg Hill, look out for the bad peat bog ahead.
Knoutberry Haw
Looking east towards Tarn Rigg Hill, look out for the bad peat bog ahead.
Fields near Bellow End
Fields near Bellow End
Farm Buildings at Kiln Haw
Farm Buildings at Kiln Haw
Grazing, Garsdale Looking towards East Rackenthwaite.
Grazing, Garsdale
Looking towards East Rackenthwaite.
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Bellow Hill is located at Grid Ref: SD7190 (Lat: 54.31219, Lng: -2.4345964)

Division: West Riding

Administrative County: Cumbria

District: South Lakeland

Police Authority: Cumbria

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